Buddha's Delight (Lo Han Jai)

Instructions:

1. Soak the dried black mushrooms and the bean curd sticks in warm water for 30 minutes, or until soft. Drain and cut into bite-sized pieces.
2. While the black mushrooms and bean curd sticks are soaking, rinse and chop the rest of the vegetables.
3. In a large pan or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the ginger and fermented black beans, and stir-fry for a few seconds.
4. Add the vegetables, black mushrooms, and bean curd sticks to the pan. Stir-fry for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved.
6. Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the pan. Stir well to combine.
7. Let the vegetables simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
8. Serve the Buddha's Delight hot, with rice or noodles on the side if desired.